Refer to Section 7 of the full guidance
Like the natural dentition, implant-retained or supported prostheses require regular review and also maintenance to enhance the longevity of the implant.
Peri-implant mucositis is defined as inflammation of the peri-implant mucosa with no evidence of crestal bone loss. The tissues will appear red and swollen and may bleed on gentle probing.
Peri-implantitis is defined as infection with suppuration and inflammation of the soft tissues surrounding an implant, with clinically significant loss of peri-implant crestal bone after the adaptive phase. The tissues will appear red and swollen, may bleed on gentle probing and there will be suppuration.